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The family room was set up in a cozy way, with all the couches in place like a theater. The family ate with everyone, including the very diligent servants of the manor, for this surprise. Everyone carried smiles and waves of laughter were heard all across the mansion.

There was plenty of food for everyone, yet their hearts felt already full.

For the past twelve years at this time of year, everyone had exhausted every ounce of energy to make it as perfect as Nina herself. It wasn't that the servants weren't allowed to enjoy the occasion-they were- but the workload was so intense that even the Bennet couple would collapse into bed right after the party.

But tonight, this particular day, felt truly special. Not just for Penny or the family, but also for those who had worked tirelessly in this place.

After the meal, Penny invited everyone to watch the movie with them. Charles and Allison insisted, and soon the family room was filled to capacity, resembling a bustling mini-theater. Everyone found a comfortable spot; chefs doing a quick party in the kitchen for more popcorn, and some brought extra blankets to cozy up while enjoying the film.

They felt like they were one big family.

Sitting in the middle of the couple, Penny couldn't help but look from left to right. Allison and Charles were engrossed in the film, their eyes reflecting various emotions as they were drawn. into the story. When her eyes veered to the front, she saw Slater hugging Hugo's arm while sniffing. Atlas sat far away from them as if he already predicted his arm would be used as a tissue if he stayed close.

Penny's eyes softened as a comforting warmth embraced her heart, body, and soul. It was nearly lulling her to sleep.

As she watched the movie unfolding before them, a gentle smile formed on her face.

'Back then, I watched this movie with the inmates,' she thought, thinking of how many times she watched this movie because, in prison, they only had a limited selection. 'Upside down... I think my world is starting to turn upside down as well.

The reason Penny liked the film was because she could relate to it. It was almost like a story of her life - a tale of freedom, kindness, and self-love. It depicted the things one would sacrifice just to get loved without realizing how devastating and destructive it was. And just like her, the protagonist ended up in prison for a crime she didn't commit as her last attempt to save the people she loved.

'I still wish... this is just all a dream, 'Penny thought with a peaceful smile. 'Because if it isn't... I'm scared I'll just regret it in the end." a

When Penny woke up as an infant, she told herself one thing: she might miss her family, but she would never go back to them.

Today, it felt like she was breaking that promise, and it frightened her.

In the back of her mind, she wanted this to be a dream because if it was just a dream, it wouldn't

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closer to Allison, making the latter gaze down at her. Allison smiled warmly and pulled Penny into a gentle embrace, drawing herself closer. Sensing the gap,

their tears or hid their

top of his head throughout the

brightened up a little more as he nodded in satisfaction. It wasn't like there wasn't any harmony in the mansion, but tonight felt particularly heartwarming. It

for the night," some servants said while wiping their tears,

servants also excused themselves, since the movie already ended. In a matter of minutes, the main family remained with

didn't even shed a single tear? Didn't you see the movie? She's so pitiful! How could she love those people so much...?" Slater's lips quivered as another fresh layer of tears coated his eyes. "She's so stubborn -

his shirt more. He glanced at the credits on

them," said Hugo, his tone was low but determined with this newfound understanding about

Slater and said, "Slater, why are you crying so much? It's just

Slater spat

didn't feel it," Atlas murmured, not interested in debating with the emotional third brother. He instinctively looked back, only to see his parents looking

without giving him a look, smiling at the

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fixed on Penny. He carefully poked Penny's cheeks, earning a slap from Allison. "Ouch, darling?! That hurts. Allison glared at him,

from their seats to take a peek. The moment they saw her sleeping soundlessly, they mentally agreed with their father. Penny looked like an angel when asleep. "She looks so harmless," Slater blurted out, considering the devil side of her. "Wow. She looks

astounded. "It's unlike

didn't say anything, knowing he couldn't just

a little and peered over. They couldn't help but smile at the sight of Penny

joked, fortunately, everyone was busy staring they ignored it. "Shall we all carry her to her bed?" Butler Jen suggested, knowing Charles and Haines might struggle with

in here. I'll stay with her tonight."

often occurred to her. However, tonight, that thought felt even

sleepover with her," she said quietly. "We might as well seize

us. Remember the time we all used to sleep in the

"I'll get my blanket and